Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
35% cheaper
Las Vegas is 35% more affordable than Long Beach. A $75,000 salary in Long Beach is equivalent to $48,871 in Las Vegas.
Index values shown. National average = 100. Lower is cheaper.
To maintain the same standard of living:
See exact take-home pay: Nevada salaries · California salaries
Housing is typically the biggest factor in any cost-of-living comparison. Las Vegas has a housing index of 106 while Long Beach sits at 236 (national average = 100). The median home in Las Vegas costs $350,000 compared to $700,000 in Long Beach, a difference of $350,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,400 in Las Vegas versus $2,200 in Long Beach.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a notable difference: Las Vegas scores 101 while Long Beach scores 106.
Healthcare costs in Las Vegas (96) are lower than Long Beach (103). Both are close to the national average.
Median household income in Las Vegas is $56,415 compared to $60,567 in Long Beach. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Las Vegas.
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